Course Summary

The ISTB Advanced Level Test Manager (CTAL-TM) certification provides the knowledge and competencies to take responsibility for managing all the testing activities across the software development lifecycle. It covers everything from how to design a suitable test approach for the project based on the organizational test strategy to building a test team or testing competencies to complete the necessary testing.

• Manage a testing project by implementing the mission, goals and testing processes established for the testing organization
• Organize and lead risk identification and risk analysis sessions and use the results of such sessions for test estimation, planning, monitoring and control
• Create and implement test plans consistent with organizational policies and test strategies
• Continuously monitor and control the test activities to achieve project objectives
• Assess and report relevant and timely test status to project stakeholders
• Identify skills and resource gaps in their test team and participate in sourcing adequate resources
• Identify and plan necessary skills development within their test team
• Propose a business case for test activities which outlines the costs and benefits expected;
• Ensure proper communication within the test team and with other project stakeholders
• Participate in and lead test process improvement initiatives

Module 1: Test Analyst’s Tasks in the Test Process
• Introduction to Test Analyst’s Tasks in the Test Process
• Testing in the Software Development Lifecycle
• Test Analysis
• Test Design
• Test Implementation
• Test Execution

Module 2: Test Analyst’s Tasks in Risk-Based Testing
• Introduction to Test Analyst’s Tasks in Risk-Based Testing
• Risk Identification
• Risk Assessment
• Risk Mitigation

Module 3: Test Techniques
• Introduction to Test Techniques
• Black Box Test Techniques
• Equivalence Partitioning
• Boundary Value Analysis
• Decision Table Testing
• State Transition Testing
• Classification Tree Technique
• Pairwise Testing
• Use Case Testing
• Combining Techniques
• Experience-Based Test Techniques
• Error Guessing
• Checklist-Based Testing
• Exploratory Testing
• Defect-Based Test Techniques
• Applying the Most Appropriate Technique

Module 4: Test Analyst’s Tasks in the Test Process
• Introduction
• Quality Characteristics for Business Domain Testing
• Functional Correctness, Completeness, and Appropriateness Testing
• Interoperability Testing
• Usability Evaluation
• Portability Testing

Module 5: Reviews
• Introduction to Reviews
• Using Checklists in Reviews
• Requirements Reviews
• User Story Reviews

Module 6: Test Tools and Automation
• Introduction to Test Tools and Automation
• Exercise: Test Tools and Automation
• Keyword-Driven Testing
• Types of Test Tools
• Test Design Tool
• Test Data Preparation Tool
• Automated Test Execution Tools

The ISTQB Software Testing Foundation qualification is an essential prerequisite candidates must possess.

Question Type: Multiple Choice Total Questions: 40 Questions Pass Mark: 65% Duration: 2 Hours Open Book: Closed book

Following your booking, a confirmation message will be sent to all participants, ensuring you're well-informed of your successful enrollment. Calendar placeholders will also be dispatched to assist you in scheduling your commitments around the course. Rest assured, all course materials and access to necessary labs or platforms will be provided no later than one week before the course begins, allowing you ample time to prepare and engage fully with the learning experience ahead.

Our comprehensive training package includes all the necessary materials and resources to facilitate a full learning experience. Enrollees will be provided with detailed course content, encompassing a wide array of topics to ensure a thorough understanding of the subject matter. Additionally, participants will receive a certificate of completion to recognize their dedication and hard work. It's important to note that while the course fee covers all training materials and experiences, the examination fee for certification is not included but can be purchased separately.

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